Ararat Rural City Council has unveiled new road-maintenance strategies aimed at increasing infrastructure sustainability in the region.
As part of its 2023-24 capital works budget, the council will trial road optimisation and longevity initiatives.
Chief executive Tim Harrison said the council was committed to exploring cutting-edge and innovative road treatments, signalling a paradigm shift in resource allocation and infrastructure management.
Unlike conventional road-sealing techniques, OTTA uses graded aggregates to establish a resilient surfacing layer, reducing the necessity for extensive reconstruction.